Precision Farming Dealer editors have once again curated a selection of standout content from the agricultural industry, showcasing the latest innovations, trends, and educational opportunities. This week’s “Best of the Web” is proudly sponsored by Salford Group, a global leader in spinner spreaders and air boom applicators. Salford’s BBI and Valmar applicators, renowned for their durability and precision, have proven their mettle over millions of acres. With support from over 400 application-specific dealers and eight North American parts distribution centers, Salford ensures that businesses remain productive and efficient.
One of the highlights this week is the Precision Ag Academy hosted by Koenig Equipment, a 15-store John Deere dealer. The academy sessions, held in Indiana and Ohio, received an impressive turnout. Photos shared on LinkedIn reveal enthusiastic participation, underscoring the value of such customer clinics in fostering community and knowledge sharing within the industry.
Ag Funder News provides an insightful analysis of the 2025 CropLife/Purdue Precision Survey, which polled 108 ag retailer input suppliers in the U.S. The survey reveals that only 11% of dealers currently offer AI weed identification for spraying. However, a quarter of the respondents plan to introduce this service within the next three years. Despite the rise of AI, most dealers believe that agronomic expertise will remain indispensable and that operational costs, including labor, will not see significant reductions.
In another significant development, Greeneye Technology has announced the opening of its first dealership, Boeck Seed Services, in Nebraska. Boeck Seed Services has begun selling Greeneye systems for the 2025 season and will open a dedicated facility in September to retrofit customers’ existing sprayers. A YouTube video from Greeneye provides an in-depth look at Boeck’s innovative approach to selling precision technology.
Swiderski Equipment shared captivating photos from a tour of the Precision Planting PTI Farm in Pontiac, Illinois. Employees from the six-store Case IH dealer in Wisconsin had the opportunity to explore the latest innovations in precision agriculture, highlighting the industry’s continuous advancements and the importance of hands-on learning experiences.
Sabanto, an autonomous farming technology company, is looking to fill an entry-level position for an Autonomy System Operator in Ames, Iowa. This role involves remotely operating and monitoring a fleet of autonomous tractors, a job that symbolizes the future of agriculture. According to Future Farming, a virtual tractor operator at Sabanto manages up to 10 tractors simultaneously, covering more acres in a single day than traditional methods allow. This development underscores the transformative potential of autonomous technology in enhancing productivity and efficiency in farming operations.
The “Best of the Web This Week” series, brought to you by Salford Group, continues to be a valuable resource for staying informed about the latest trends and innovations in the agricultural industry. For those with noteworthy content to share, Precision Farming Dealer invites submissions via email, fostering a collaborative and informed community.
